1997 Suzuki C2 vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Suzuki C2 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki C2 (251 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki C2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 402 kg more than 1997 Suzuki C2.
Because 1957 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Suzuki C2 (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Suzuki C2 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 848 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2540 mm |
